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November 2018

Discover the incredible stories of local women who supported the war effort in WWI and campaigned for women’s suffrage. The exhibition will be regularly changed, featuring different women each time. The exhibition will be complemented by the display of the drawings of local artist Car Richardson, of recuperating WWI soldiers. There will be over 50 images on display of images drawn by car or injured servicemen and women.

Join Lisa Reddings of Indigowares as she demonstrates and teaches the art of indigo dyeing using Japanese shibori techniques. Spaces are free but limited, so book your space now to avoid disappointment. 15th March - Talk & demo 22nd March - Practical workshop Book Here

Dr Debbie Challis, Education and Outreach Officer at the Women’s Library, will provide an introduction to the material relating to the campaign for women’s suffrage held in the Women’s Library at LSE. The different campaign groups, personalities and methods of protest in the long fight to get women the vote at all and then on an equal basis to men will be considered. Examples of postcards, badges, pamphlets from the handling collection will be used to illustrate this battle for…

DUE TO THE POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED FOR FRIDAY 1ST FEBRUARY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Join Ka-Yee Fung-Chan, a prominent local calligrapher, as she demonstrates the art of Chinese calligraphy, and talks us through its history and spiritualism, before learning some basic Chinese calligraphy techniques yourself. Spaces are free but limited, so book now to reserve your space! Tea, coffee, and refreshments provided. 25th Jan - Talk & Demo 29th March - Practical Workshop

A special open afternoon about local women who fought for suffrage and supported the war effort. Listen to talks about our local women, make suffrage brooches and protest posters and try creative writing inspired by our women's achievements. Free after admission.

A fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. 1½ - 2 hours. £3 per person, children free. The walk starts from the museum.

A fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. 1½ - 2 hours. £3 per person, children free. The walk starts from the museum.

Work with artist Katy Cook to paint portraits using oil pastels. Your work will be inspired by the museum’s recent acquisition of three paintings by Marie-Louise von Motesiczky. This session is for ages 5+ and booking required. There is a session in the morning, 10am-12 noon or in the afternoon 2pm-4pm. There are also sessions on Thursday 18th April. £4 per person (no admission to pay). To book email emily@amershammuseum.org This session is supported by the Marie-Louise von Motesiczky Charitable Trust